Fire Services Designer/Draftsperson

Adept Group; Inner West; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Career growth

Competitive salary package

Sponsor of Sydney Roosters

Job summary

Adept Fire Protection Services is seeking an experienced fire services designer to join our growing team in NSW. You will design wet and dry fire systems, produce schematics, shop drawings, and liaise with project managers, clients, and authorities to ensure on-time delivery and compliance with AS standards.

Proficiency with 2D AutoCAD and 3D Revit BIM is essential, along with coordinating with BIM manager and site teams.

Qualifications

• Min 3 years experience as a fire services designer.
• Proficient with 2D AutoCAD and 3D Revit BIM.
• Knowledge of AS2118.1, AS2118.6, AS2419.1, AS1670.1, AS1670.4; NFPA/BS acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Design fully compliant wet and dry fire systems per Australian Standards.
• Prepare wet and dry fire schematics.
• Produce fabrication and shop drawings, block plans and as-builts.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and pipe sizing.
• Prepare penetration drawings and hydrant coverage plans.
• Engage with clients, project managers and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with authorities and prepare submission for approvals.
• Support project teams to deliver on time, on budget and to spec.
• Liaise with site teams and review designs with internal stakeholders.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and compliance with Procore.

Skills

Fire design

Client liaison

Project coordination

Reading drawings

Tools

2D AutoCAD

3D Revit BIM

Job description

Adept Fire Protection Services is one of Australia's fastest growing fire protection companies. We offer a variety of services from the supply and installation of all fire systems, as well as the inspection and maintenance of fire systems.

We are looking for new members of the team to continue their personal and professional growth, as part of a reputable and fast paced company. We offer services throughout NSW, QLD, and VIC working on residential, industrial and commercial projects.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an award-winning, rapidly growing national company
• Clear pathways for career growth and internal promotion
• Competitive salary package based on experience
• Birthday leave – because your day matters
• Work with a supportive, high-energy team culture
• Proud sponsor of the Sydney Roosters

About the position:

Adept Fire Protection Services has recently secured multiple large commercial and residential contracts. We are looking for an experienced fire services designer to join our growing team. The role will require the successful applicant to work closely with out design manager and other members of our team to continue the successful delivery of projects for our wet and dry fire team.

Your duties will include:

• Designing fully compliant wet and dry fire systems in line with Australian Standards
• Prepare wet and dry fire schematics
• Producing fabrication drawings
• Producing shop drawings , block plans, and as-builts
• Perform hydraulic calculations and pipe sizing
• Prepare penetration drawings
• Prepare hydrant coverage plans
• Engage with clients, project managers, and other stakeholders to attend coordination meetings
• Coordinate with local authorities and prepare submissions for approvalSupporting project teams to deliver works on time, on budget, and to spec
• Liaising with site teams and reviewing designs with internal stakeholders
• Ensuring documentation is prepared and accurate
• Ensuring compliance with codes, contracts, and internal systems like Procore

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Knowledge of Australian standards AS2118.1, AS2118.6, AS2419.1, AS1670.1, AS1670.4 is essential. Knowledge of international fire services standards (NFPA / BS standards) also acceptable.
• Previous proven experience working as a fire services designer (min 3 years).
• Previous experience in preparing penetration drawings (builder's works), layouts, schematics, details, and fitout drawings.
• Proficient with 2D AutoCAD drawings and 3D Revit BIM modelling
• Ability to read, understand, liaise, and coordinate with architect, structural, and other services (mechanical, plumbing, electrical, etc…)
• Liaising with BIM manager and coordinate all activities, from planning to closeout.
• Quality audits and checks to ensure work meets standards
• Reporting to ensure timelines and deadlines are met